User Manual

GPSMAP 78 Series Owner’s Manual 13
Using the Main Pages
loaded on the device. To purchase
additional maps, see page 34.
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When navigating to a destination,
the
bearing pointer points to your
destination, regardless of the direction
you are moving. When the bearing
pointer points toward the top of the
electronic compass, you are traveling
directly toward your destination. If it
points any other direction, turn toward
that direction until the arrow is pointing
toward the top of the compass.
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notice
Calibrate the electronic compass
outdoors. Do not stand near objects that
inuence magnetic elds, such as cars,
buildings, or overhead power lines.
: The three-axis compass is
available only with the GPSMAP 78S
and GPSMAP 78Sc.
You should calibrate the compass after
moving long distances, experiencing
temperature changes, or changing the
batteries.
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From the compass, press .
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Select  > Start.
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Follow the on-screen instructions.
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You can use the compass to navigate an
active route.
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Press .
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Hold the device level.
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Follow the bearing pointer to your
destination.